SWIFT/BIC code BCBRBRDFXXX
BCBRBRDFXXX belongs to Banco Central do Brasil in Brasilia, Brazil.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCBRBRDFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCBRBRDF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central do Brasil |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brasilia |
| Country | Brazil |
The way the Banco Central do Brasil SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCBR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses SWIFT code BCBRBRDFXXX?
The code BCBRBRDFXXX belongs to the head office of Banco Central do Brasil in Brasilia, Brazil. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Central do Brasil.
Is BCBRBRDF and BCBRBRDFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BCBRBRDF is the short version of BCBRBRDFXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Banco Central do Brasil in Brasilia.
Has Banco Central do Brasil got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central do Brasil in Brazil, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Central do Brasil?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCBRBRDFXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Brazil is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BCBRBRDFXXX mean?
BCBR is the bank code of Banco Central do Brasil, BR is the ISO code of Brazil, DF is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Central do Brasil in Brazil?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Brazilian Real with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.